Your unique love story, told by a bespoke wedding dress. Inspired by the idea that no two brides, ceremonies and couples are the same, our bespoke service handcrafts highly personalised, modern and exquisite wedding gowns, exclusively for the bride. No two garments are the same: thoughtfully centred around individual styles, silhouettes and bridal daydreams, the bespoke process allows for endless imagination and creativity. If you’ve been wondering about the process and the benefits of opting for a bespoke dress over a ready-to-wear gown, it’s time to talk all things couture, custom and craftsmanship.
Why Pick a Bespoke Wedding Dress?
The flowers, the décor, the menu, the makeup…just like most wedding details, we believe your wedding dress also deserves to be completely personalised.
When Classic Won’t Cut It
Specialising in contemporary elegance with a fashion-forward allure, our atelier is especially perfect for brides who favour extraordinary over classic, and those who just can’t seem to find their ideal design in stores. Whether a voluminous midi dress, high-octane gown or crisp suiting, no idea is too daring or edgy in our atelier.
A Cinderella Moment
No compromising here. Rather than asking brides to settle for nearly perfect details, the Mia La Vida bespoke service handcrafts garments that are flawless in every finishing touch, from silhouette to material, to shade, to embellishment.Garments with a Purpose
Knowing that it’s a reflection of who you are as an individual, bride and partner, a bespoke design brings even more uniqueness and sentimental value to weddings.
A Joyful Journey
Last, but certainly not least, bringing a bespoke bridal dress to life adds a sense of serenity to the wedding planning process. We know just how chaotic the months leading up to the ceremony can be, which is why our professional couturiers create a welcoming, collaborative and reassuring environment brides always enjoy stepping into.
Becoming the Mia la Vida Muse
The stages of creating your bespoke wedding dress
The Consultation
First things first, we’d love to hear all about your dream dress, whether that’s a fully-fledged idea or an inspired starting point. Chatting about your mood board, personal style and budget, our designer will gather all the details to create concept sketches.
Speaking of sketches; following the consultation, you’ll receive a range of sketches to look through and choose from. Accompanied by fabric and detail swatches (including lace trims, custom beading and hand-stitched accents), this stage of the process will help you visualise your dream wedding dress, finalise the details and get everything ready for our couturiers.
The Measurements
A crucial aspect of bespoke dressmaking is a flawless fit. Forget conventional sizing and having to compromise if you’re in-between sizes…our dedicated team will take detailed measurements and create a specific pattern that’ll fit you like a glove. During this stage, we encourage all brides to provide feedback, share their thoughts and let us know what makes them feel the most confident, empowered and beautiful.
The Construction
When the magic happens. Based on the finalised sketch and pattern, our couturiers will meticulously hand-construct the dress from the chosen fabrics, embellishments and design elements, ensuring that every detail is exactly as you’ve pictured. Part of this process is an initial fitting of the partially constructed dress to take note of any adjustments, followed by subsequent fittings where you’ll see how the dress moves, drapes, feels and contours your silhouette.
The Fine Finishes
Precision and unparalleled savoir-faire ensure that the details are impeccable. From final adjustments to the last hand-stitched accents, this is the point where your bespoke bridal gown is truly completed. Following a final fitting, we’ll package and deliver your dream wedding dress to your doorstep or venue.
Your Bespoke Bridal Questions, Answered
How long does it take to create a bespoke wedding dress?
Depending on the complexity of the design and number of fittings required, the process can take anywhere between 2-4 months.
I don’t have a specific vision. Can the bespoke service still be a good choice for me?
Absolutely! With so many options, the world of wedding dresses can be overwhelming, and we never expect brides to come with a fully realised gown in mind. Our professional and highly adaptable team loves hearing about all inspirations, references points and questions from brides, and keeps the conversation as open as possible to help brides find their dream wedding dress.
How do you ensure the dream wedding dress fits perfectly?
Multiple consultations and fitting appointments allow us to ensure that the bespoke wedding dress not only fits you like a glove, but also has the perfect movement, flow, support and design details.
How do I get started on the journey?
We’d love to hear from you. To request an appointment or learn more about our services, please get in touch using the Enquiry Form.
If Your Wedding is a Little Closer…
…and you might not have time for our bespoke bridal tailoring, take a look at some of our most-loved wedding dress designs that still capture bold elegance paired with extraordinary details. With a shorter turnaround time and made-to-measure service, we ensure both an incredible fit and convenient timeline.
The bigger, the better. With a show-stopping train, the Storm gown is what maximalist wedding dreams are made of. Set against a boned bodice, this gown’s fluid draping feels even more awe-inspiring.
An old Hollywood halter neckline, fabric-covered buttons, cascading florals…the Mia wedding dress is the epitome of retro glamour with a daringly modern twist.
For the bride who’s seeking a contemporary take on traditional romance. Framed by floral sleeves and a low back, the Lara bridal gown hugs and accentuates the figure like no other.
Not the biggest fan of classic, floor-length gowns? Meet Melody wedding dress, the ’50s-inspired, voluminous midi dress, rendered in petal pink silk organza.
Tia Gown
A subtle front and striking back, drenched in sparkling embellishments. Tia wedding dress is the beloved cowl-neck gown, elevated to fit even the most extravagant celebrations.
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